Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Awareness and Care

This half day Motor Neurone Disease Awareness and Care training course is suitable for nurses and carers.

Course Length. 3.5 hours

Introduction

This half day course considers the prevalence and effects of Motor Neurone Disease, the different types of MND a person may be diagnosed with, and effective care and support techniques.

Course Contents

What is Motor Neurone Disease (MND)?
Basic anatomy and physiology
Causes of MND
Diagnosing MND
Types of MND: ALS, PBP, PMA and PLS
Signs and symptoms
Effective care:
Eating and swallowing
Breathing
Moving
Thinking
Communicating

Course Outcomes

Successful completion of this training course will result in the award of a CPD accredited certificate covering all aspects of the above course contents.